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Expandable and upgradeable universal socket

a socket and socket technology, applied in the direction of coupling devices, two-part coupling devices, electrical equipment, etc., can solve the problems that existing sockets cannot be expanded, upgraded or replaced, and achieve the effect of improving the functions of wall sockets or extension boards, reducing the number of external power transformers, and saving spa

Active Publication Date: 2020-01-02
CHAN KWOK LEUNG
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Benefits of technology

The invention provides a space in the socket body for users to add different functions, which makes the functions of wall sockets or extension boards better. The socket bottom box can accommodate many small electronic components, and the number of external power transformers is reduced, saving space, reducing exposed wires, and increasing aesthetic beauty. There is no need to replace the entire wall socket, buried socket, or socket strip when upgrading, which is environmentally friendly and energy saving. The function module can be expanded without the help of electricians, which is convenient and efficient. Additionally, when used together with a power supply via USB interface, the socket not only keeps the functions of ordinary power sockets, but also provides power for small electronic equipment, thus eliminating the need for users to carry external chargers. This fits in the development of modern-day technology and science, and benefits users.

Problems solved by technology

The existing sockets cannot be expanded, upgraded or replaced due to their poor adaptability and simple features.

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[0047]As shown in FIGS. 4-14, provided is an expandable and upgradeable universal socket, including a socket body and a function module 3. The function module 3 which is replaceable and upgradeable is detachably fixed to the socket body, and a power circuit of the function module 3 is separably connected to a power circuit of the socket body to enable the function module to plug and play. A space is provided in the socket body to accommodate the function module 3, and a panel of the socket body is provided with a function area corresponding to the function module 3. As shown in FIGS. 4 and 5, a usage range of the function area is reserved on the socket panel, therefore, when the this example is implemented, the use of the power socket 12 will not be affected, improving a space utilization of the socket panel, and facilitating various function extensions.

[0048]In this embodiment, the expandable and upgradeable universal socket is a fixed socket, and includes a socket panel 2, a fixin...

example 2

[0058]As shown in FIGS. 15-19, the Example 2 is provided on basis of Example 1, and the power module and the function module are in an up-down structure. In this embodiment, the expandable and upgradeable universal socket of this embodiment is a fixed socket, and a three-pin power socket 12 and holes corresponding to two USB sockets 32 of the function module are provided at the socket panel.

[0059]The function module comprises a function module top cover 30 and a function module bottom box 31. Function components with different functions are accommodated in the function module bottom box 31. The function module top cover 30 and the function module bottom box 31 are detachably fixed by the hooks 302 and the holes 311, which facilitates repair, upgrade and reuse of the function module 3. The function module bottom box 31 comprises a bypass pin 312.

[0060]The power module of the socket body comprises a power module top cover 41 and a power module bottom box 42. The earth contact 15, the ...

example 3

[0064]As shown in FIGS. 20 and 21, in this embodiment, a double-unit socket is provided on the basis of Example 2, and the power module and the function module composed of a plurality of function module units may be arranged in a separate fashion, or an integrated or grouped fashion. The function module and the power module may be accommodated in one fixing frame or a plurality of fixing frames 6. The earth contact 15, the live contact 16 and the neutral contact 17 are accommodated in the power module. The bypass pin socket 420 is connected to the live contact 16 and the neutral contact 17 via wires.

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Abstract

An expandable and upgradeable universal socket, including a socket body and a function module. The function module is replaceable and upgradeable, and is detachably fixed to the socket body. A power circuit of the function module is separably connected to a power circuit of the socket body to enable the function modules to plug and play. A space is provided in the socket body to accommodate the functional module, and a surface of the socket body is provided with a function area corresponding to the function module. Various expanded function modules can be matched and arranged in the reserved space. Small electronic components can be accommodated in the socket bottom box, and the number of external power transformers are reduced, which saves space, reduces exposed wires and beautifies the appearance. There is no need to replace the entire socket when upgrading the socket, which is environmentally friendly and energy saving.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application is a continuation of International Application No. PCT / CN2018 / 102250 with a filing date of Aug. 24, 2018, designating the United States, now pending, and further claims to Chinese Application No. 201710644509.3 with a filing date of Aug. 1, 2017 and Chinese Application No. 201720945543.X with a filing date of Aug. 1, 2017. The content of the aforementioned applications, including any intervening amendments thereto, are incorporated herein by reference.TECHNICAL FIELD[0002]The present invention relates to electrical connection devices and electrical equipments, and more particularly to an expandable and upgradeable socket as an improvement of conventional wall-mounted power sockets or buried power sockets or extension boards. The expandable and upgradeable socket can be expanded into various types of sockets with mains power connection which are mounted with or without wires showing.BACKGROUND OF THE PRESENT INVENTION[0003...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): H01R13/514H01R13/518H01R13/66H01R27/00
CPCH01R13/514H01R13/518H01R13/6675H01R27/00H01R13/748H01R13/6658H01R24/60
Inventor CHEN, GUOLIANG
Owner CHAN KWOK LEUNG
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